Diversity of sound

It's hard to believe that it's been four years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. I haven't posted in a while, but I wanted to share my thoughts on the recent KLIAVS 2023 show. Overall, I thought it was a great event with no bad-sounding rooms, just different sounds. I was happy to see friends from all over come together to check out each other's systems and see what was new. Audiophiles can be very equipment-focused to stay ahead of the curve. Interestingly, everyone seemed to have their own preferences for sound, with some wanting more highs, others looking for forward mids, and others wanting more bass. Criticism is very subjective, so it's important to focus on what makes you happy and not worry too much about what others think. It's also important to take your time before making any impulse purchases and to really listen to multiple tracks before making a final decision. And as a community, we should focus on sharing knowledge and building a healthy environment for future generations of audiophiles.